Legal Question in Intellectual Property in California

The facts and findings are not protectable on their own. Copyright protects creative expression. So for example, a recipe is not protected as it is just a fact, but a recipe book can be protected because the order and organization of the book anecdotal material that attend the recipes, any illustrations that accompany the material, etc. presumably all possess a modicum of creative expression to warrant copyright protection.

That said, restating actual facts in your own words or using short quotes from a larger body of work should not be a problem.

Before you commit to anything, I suggest that you consult with a lawyer in private and discuss your objectives in more detail. You can start by calling around to several for a free phone consultation, get some insights then pick the best fit to work with.

If you would like to discuss further over a free phone consult, feel free to contact me anytime that is convenient.

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